18 Least Active Dog Breeds for Lazy Dog Lovers

For every busybody herding breed or investigative journalist hunting dog, there’s an equal and opposite couch potato breed. These dogs can’t wait to nap the day away. The least energetic of the canine world, these slow and sleepy dog breeds still need walks and play (of course!), but they’re just not as busy as other dogs.

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The least active breeds come in every shape and size, and from every part of the world. Some have “day jobs,” sure, but many have been bred simply to be wonderful, low-maintenance family companions.

Let’s take a look at some downright lazy dog breeds. And by lazy, we also mean adorable.

Greyhound

For all his athletic build and background, the greyhound is built for the sprint, and only requires an occasional gallop to offset a napping regime. Sensitive to emotional tension and noise, this elegant animal does best in a calm, quiet home.

Saint Bernard

(Sound on for impressive snoring!) The Saint, like the Newfie, loves his outdoor time, though is a furry lump inside the home. Rambunctious in puppyhood, the adult Saint prefers to get his exercise carrying a load, hiking in the cool mountain air, or gently drowning you with drool.

Kiki Kane

Kiki Kane is a canine chef, professional blogger, and lifelong animal lover owned by a Frenchie-Boston mix and a geriatric kitty. As a dog chef and member of Rover's Dog People Panel, she creates original dog-friendly recipes for the web series Kiki's Canine Kitchen.